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Top Football Fan Clubs: Boston Sports Fan Group of Seattle

Posted on by Peter Swope

In the search for the top football fan club, FanWide has interviewed the leaders of several prominent football fan clubs across the league and across the nation. One such leader is Chris Porter of the Boston Sports Fan Group of Seattle which organizes game watch parties for fans of the New England Patriots, Boston Red Sox, Boston Celtics, Boston Bruins and New England Revolution.  FanWide has hosted several events with this fan club and we were even featured together on TV during NBC King 5’s Evening Show: https://king5.com/entertainment/television/programs/evening/local-startup-brings-out-of-town-fans-together/464940138.   

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FanWide asked him the following questions about what makes his club one of the top clubs in the nation:

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FanWide Celebrity Game Watch Party Recap – Watch with Cliff Avril

Posted on by Matt Carwin

Here at FanWide (www.FanWide.com), we connect sports fans near and far. One of our primary ways to bring these digital communities together in the real world are through in-person game watch parties at sports bars. On December 16th, 2018, FanWide hosted a celebrity watch party with Seattle Seahawks football legend Cliff Avril.

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Halftime Raffle Winner | Photo courtesy of Tony Mihovilovich
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Houston Texans NFL Watch Parties & Fan Club Events for HOU

Posted on by Peter Swope

As the youngest team in the NFL, the Texans haven’t had the same experiences as some older franchises. The team played its first season in 2002, following a hiatus from football in Houston after the Oilers departed after nearly 40 years in the city. However, just because the team doesn’t yet have the history of older franchises doesn’t mean that the Texans are any less relevant or their fans any less passionate.

The Texans have repeatedly made the playoffs in recent years and look like a team to watch this postseason. The team boasts a strong roster stocked with talent, headlined by superstar defensive end JJ Watt, marquee wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins, and electric young quarterback Deshaun Watson. Houston has embraced its new team over the last 20 years, but this could be the season when they are finally rewarded with a Lombardi Trophy?

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Cleveland Browns NFL Watch Parties & Fan Club Events for CLE

Posted on by Peter Swope

How does a fanbase respond to a 1-31 stretch, including an 0-16 season? Those who are truly passionate about their team stick with them, knowing that better times will come soon. This makes the Browns fanbase one of the best in the NFL. Browns fans have always stuck with their team, through good times and through bad. Even during a difficult two-year stretch for the team, the passion of Browns fans never waned. The Dawg Pound at FirstEnergy Stadium always has the same rowdy, intense energy, win or lose. The team’s difficult stretch, however, appears to be over. It looks likely that Browns fans are soon to be rewarded for their patience with a young roster that may well become a perennial contender.

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Los Angeles Rams NFL Watch Parties & Fan Club Events for LAR

Posted on by Peter Swope

Though they are no longer undefeated, the Rams certainly look every bit the part of a Super Bowl champion this season. With the recent success of the Golden State Warriors, the idea of the superteam has become a popular topic of discussion across sports. Many feel that it would be difficult to create a true superteam in the NFL, with about 25 starting positions and 53 total roster spots to fill. The Los Angeles Rams, however, are probably about as close to a superteam as one could find in the NFL. The roster is stocked with both talented veterans and young superstars, highlighted by quarterback Jared Goff, running back Todd Gurley, and defensive lineman Aaron Donald.

The team is also complemented by an elite coaching staff, led by young head coach Sean McVay and veteran defensive coordinator Wade Phillips. There have been numerous great teams in Rams history, such as the “Greatest Show on Turf”, which appeared in the Super Bowl in 2000 and 2002, winning the championship in 2000. However, this year’s team may just be the best one yet. This season, the Rams may just have what it takes to bring a Lombardi Trophy home to L.A.

Members of the So Cal Rams Booster Club in front of the LA Coliseum. Photo courtesy of socalramsboosterclub.com.

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Denver Broncos NFL Watch Parties & Fan Club Events for DEN

Posted on by Peter Swope

It is difficult to leave more of a mark on a franchise than John Elway has left on the Denver Broncos. As a player, Elway was one of the greatest quarterbacks of all time. When he retired, Elway held the record for the most wins by a quarterback, having led the Broncos to back-to-back Super Bowl wins in 1998 and 1999. Elway now serves as the team’s general manager, another role in which he has found significant success.

After the signing of Peyton Manning, the Broncos returned to the Super Bowl in 2014 and again in 2016, defeating the Carolina Panthers in Super Bowl 50. Although the team has struggled since, the roster remains well-stocked in terms of talent, led by established stars like edge rusher Von Miller, cornerback Chris Harris Jr. and wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders. The team also boasts exciting young players such as edge rusher Bradley Chubb, wide receiver Courtland Sutton and running back Phillip Lindsey. A return to the postseason looks to be in the near future for the Denver Broncos.

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San Francisco 49ers NFL Watch Parties & Fan Club Events for SF

Posted on by Peter Swope

When it comes to history, it’s hard to match the San Francisco 49ers. They are tied for second among all teams with 5 Super Bowl Wins. They dominated the league in the 80’s and 90’s, winning 5 Super Bowls in a 13 year span, including back to back wins in ‘88 and ‘89. Led by two of the greatest players of all time, Joe Montana and Jerry Rice, the Niners were an unstoppable force.

Following a playoff drought in the early 2000’s, the team returned to prominence under Jim Harbaugh, a brief but impressive run highlighted by a trip to the Super Bowl in 2012. Though the team has struggled lately, the future is bright in Santa Clara. With young franchise quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo and emerging starts like tight end George Kittle, defensive end DeForest Buckner, and linebacker Fred Warner, a return to postseason glory seems imminent for the 49ers.

Members of The Niner Empire fan club. Photo courtesy of 49ers.com.

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Seattle Seahawks (Hawks) NFL Watch Parties & Fan Club Events for SEA

Posted on by Peter Swope

If loud enough, sound can be very harmful to human ears. Any sound above 85 decibels can cause permanent damage. Seahawks fans at CenturyLink Field have been recorded at as loud as 137.6 decibels, twice setting the Guinness World Record for loudest stadium crowd. However, it is impossible to quantify the passion and intensity of Seahawks fans. They always produce an electric atmosphere, both in and out of the stadium, with their steadfast devotion to the team. With a string of playoff appearances in the last 20 years and back-to-back Super Bowl appearances including a victory over Peyton Manning and the Broncos, Seahawks fans have had plenty to cheer for. Though the team has struggled through some difficult recent seasons, Seahawks fans have never wavered, ready for the team’s return to postseason glory.

Members of the Germany chapter of the Sea Hawkers. Photo courtesy of seahawkers.org

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Miami Dolphins (Fins) NFL Watch Parties & Fan Club Events for MIA

Posted on by Peter Swope

Few franchises can match the prestige and history of the Miami Dolphins. Winning Super Bowls VII and VIII established the Dolphins as an NFL powerhouse from its outset. In 1972-1973, the Dolphins became the only team ever to complete a perfect season with a Super Bowl victory. Legendary names such as Don Shula and Dan Marino, both of whom are among the greatest ever in their respective roles, characterize this rich history. While the Dolphins haven’t appeared in a Super Bowl in over 30 years, their luck would appear to be turning around, with the team returning to the playoffs in 2016. Led by young head coach Adam Gase and emerging stars such as cornerback Xavien Howard, running back Kenyan Drake, and safety Minkah Fitzpatrick, the future looks bright in Miami.  

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New England Patriots (Pats) NFL Watch Parties & Fan Club Events for NE

Posted on by Peter Swope

The Tom Brady-Bill Belichick era has proven quite fruitful for New England Patriots fans. Since 2001, the team has missed the playoffs just twice, winning five Super Bowls in eight trips. With these levels of success, the team is often considered one of the greatest NFL dynasties of all time, with Brady and Belichick widely regarded as some of the best ever in their respective roles. While the success of the Patriots may draw to mind names such as Brady, Belichick, Gronkowski, Moss, Welker, Bruschi, and others, the driving force behind the popularity of the team has been a devoted fanbase, with some of the top fan clubs in the country.

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